BRICS Beckons, But Manipur Waits: Congress Criticizes Modi's Priorities

Ahead of the BRICS Summit in Kazan, Russia, the Congress criticized Prime Minister Narendra Modi for not visiting violence-stricken Manipur, urging attention to domestic issues. The BRICS group, originally formed in 2001, has expanded to include more countries, while Manipur faces ongoing ethnic violence since May 2022.

As the BRICS Summit approaches in Kazan, Russia, Congress has openly criticized Prime Minister Narendra Modi, emphasizing the need for attention towards violence-affected Manipur.

Prime Minister Modi will attend the two-day BRICS summit in Kazan beginning Tuesday, following an invitation from Russian President Vladimir Putin. Congress highlights Modi's absence from Manipur, calling for his intervention to restore order amidst ongoing violence.

The BRICS group has evolved since British economist Jim O'Neill introduced the concept in 2001, now incorporating countries like Egypt and UAE. However, Congress stresses that domestic issues like Manipur's ethnic violence should be prioritized.

(With inputs from agencies.)